My visit with Ella

Just came back from a wonderful few days spent in Minneapolis with my niece, Ella! Her mommy and daddy were going away on a youth retreat and asked if I'd like to come up and watch her for a few days. Of course my immediate answer was YES! Thankfully- I had the luxury of flying and not having to drive. Hallelujiah!
  I hadn't seen Ella since last November so I knew it'd probably take a little while for her to warm up to me. Wrong! She's such a friendly and sociable little girl- Kara and Ives are doing such a great job raising her.


We spent our time playing with all her fun toys, going on walks (the weather is heavenly), skyping with Uncle Josh, playing in her pool and going to the park. She never cried or fussed once- so easy going!

     





Here's a list of some of my favorite things from my visit to Minneapolis:

1. Food- must try cheese curds! Oh my deliciousness. They are definitely not a healthy food- but who cares! I think I may have had them twice in 3 days?!? I've been told that if they squeak when you bite them they are nice and fresh!



2. Target- Minneapolis Targets are the nicest that I have ever seen!!! Of course- their headquarters are based very nearby. I guess Walmarts are probable nice in Arkasas too...ha!


3. The Como Zoo and Conservatory- This was by far one of the nicest zoos I have ever been too! Best of all it is free. Of course they accept donations. There were giraffes, seals, lions, polar bears, gorillas, monkeys, all kinds of fish and so much more! I was very impressed and Ella loved it! The zoo was the perfect size to see all the animals in an hour or two- very manageable when you're there with a one and half year old! Here's a link to their website: http://www.comozooconservatory.org/

         


 I was so blessed with my time spent with Ella. I love her so much and am thankful to be her aunt!